Magic Mountain (bunker)
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| Magic Mountain | |
|---|---|
| Part of United States Air Forces Europe | |
| RAF Alconbury | |
| Coordinates | 52°22′35.41″N 0°12′56.21″W / 52.3765028°N 0.2156139°W. |
| Type | Bunker |
| Site information | |
| Controlled by | English Heritage |
| Open to the public |
Yes |
| Site history | |
| Built | 1989 |
| In use | 1989-1991 |
| Built by | United States Air Force |
| Battles/wars | Cold War |
Magic Mountain is the name of a bunker at RAF Alconbury that was in use from 1989-1991. At the time it was built, it was designed to withstand a direct nuclear attack. It was built to ensure that the 17th Reconnaissance Wing would always have a command post for its TR-1A aircraft. It was built with its own power plant, communications facilities, air supply, and decontamination facility. During its operation, it was officially known as Building 210.
Today, the facility has been refurbished with plans for it to be used as an emergency facility in the event of a natural disaster.
See also
- The Notch The nickname of a bunker in the United States state of Massachusetts which would've helped ensure the operation of the Eighth Air Force in the event of a nuclear attack. It was constructed about thirty years earlier than Magic Mountain.
External links
- http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/33506583/ns/world_news-fall_of_the_berlin_wall_20_years_later
- http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/professional/research/landscapes-and-areas/archaeological-field-survey-and-investigation/cold-war/
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